Maricopa Community Colleges  CSC280   19984-19986 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/26/98
CSC280 19984-19986 L+L 3 Credit(s) 4 Period(s)
Current Topics in Computing
Critical inquiry of current topics in computing. Application of industry trends to solve problems and/or investigate issues. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
Cross-References: CIS280
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
CSC280   19984-19986 Current Topics in Computing
1. Identify the characteristics, origins, and relationships of the selected computing topic, including computer languages, methodologies, and/or application software.(I-II)
2. Trace the factors that have contributed to the development of the selected topic.(II-IV)
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the selected topic.(II-V,VII)
4. Collect, interpret, and evaluate data; or analyze problems and/or formulate solutions relating to the selected topic.(III-V)
5. Assess the impact that the selected topic has had on society, culture, and/or the individual, and its role in the technological revolution.(IV,VI)
6. Identify modes of inquiry used to study the selected computing topic.(V)
7. Present results of the study of the selected topic by producing projects, papers, programs or oral presentations.(VII)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
CSC280   19984-19986 Current Topics in Computing
    I. Identifying a Specific Topic in Computing
        A. Characteristics, origins, and relationships
        B. Associated issues
      II. Documenting the Topic
          A. Historical background
          B. Relationships to similar topics
        III. Common Problems and Conditions Reflecting Current Industry Practices and Situations
          IV. Influence of the Topic
              A. Impact on society, culture, and/or individual
              B. Role in the technological revolution
            V. Researching Development of the Topic and/or Analyzing Problems Using the Topic
                A. Written documentation
                B. On-line resources
                C. Newspapers and periodicals
                D. Books
              VI. Anticipating Future Development in Similar or Associated Areas
                VII. Presenting Results of Study of the Topic
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